Help! Buying online help

[Nealh]

The Op want's a moped really but most don't want to pay for insurance, mot etc,etc and expect to illegally ride fast on an overpowered push bike. In law these are still mopeds.

 

[Davetaff]

Had a look on 'ebikeshop.co.uk', but they all seem out of my price range.

I'm appreciate I'm not going to get a derestricted bike from a manufacturer, but would like a bike which is restricted and that I could get derestricted. I'm 35 and just using to commute to work and not on the roads. Definitely dont want to be one of those parts bombing along at 30mph on the pavement. But would like to be able to go a bit faster than jogging pace up hill without breaking a sweat, if I'm running late for work . Any suggestions would be great. Please and thank you

 

[soundwave]

you can get dongles for most bikes and most hub drives you can change the speed limit in the displays if you have the code 12345 lol.

Trek Marlin 4 Ebike Bafang Mid Drive 48v 750w | eBay

Trek Marlin 4 Ebike conversion. Bafan g Mid Drive 48v 750w. 29" Wheels. Suntour 100mm suspension fork. A strong and sturdy fork ready for a bit of everything.

www.ebay.co.uk

if you get the programme cable that will do 30-40mph and have a throttle if you want.

 

[cyclebuddy]

I'm 6'2 so I would assume I would need the larger 29 size which is sold out .

The regular NCM Moscow is sold out in 29" wheel, but the NCM Moscow Plus isn't... it is a couple of hundred more, but it's the same bike with an even bigger 16Ah battery, slightly better fork, slightly better gearing and superior Hydraulic brakes. Much nicer for £1600, which is only a bit over your £1400 budget.

NCM Moscow Plus Electric Mountain Bike,E-Bike, 250W, E-MTB, 48V 16Ah 768Wh (leoncycle.co.uk)

 

[Davetaff]

The regular NCM Moscow is sold out in 29" wheel, but the NCM Moscow Plus isn't...

I did see... though my commute is only about 20 mins, so would a high capacity battery be extra cash for no reason?

What are we thinking chaps, the NCM or the Trek?

 

[soundwave]

get the bafang when that thing is turned up it will **** all over my bosch motor bike but it will mean the batt wont last as long if you want to fly around going 40 mph.

my m8 has one and done just that for over a year with 1000 miles on it but the motor now need some tlc and bearings replaced.

 

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[soundwave]

peter can service the motor if you cant do it.

The home of ebike motor parts -

Spare parts, bearings and repair service for most common ebike motors

www.performancelinebearings.com

 

[Davetaff]

get the bafang

It's only gone and solder! FML

 

[Davetaff]

Any other suggestions

 

[soundwave]

Electric bike conversions using Bafang BBS01 36V 250W UK road legal mid-drive motors & Samsung cell batteries. Complete conversion service transforms your favourite bike to electric pedal assist.

Electric bikes in Brighton & Hove. Convert standard pedal bicycle into a UK road legal E-bike using Bafang BBS01/02 motor & high quality lithium-ion cell batteries.

www.brightonebikes.co.uk

he just needs a donor bike and can convert it for you but they pop up on ebay all the time i thought you bought that one lol.

 

[Davetaff]

Electric bike conversions using Bafang BBS01 36V 250W UK road legal mid-drive motors & Samsung cell batteries. Complete conversion service transforms your favourite bike to electric pedal assist.

Electric bikes in Brighton & Hove. Convert standard pedal bicycle into a UK road legal E-bike using Bafang BBS01/02 motor & high quality lithium-ion cell batteries.

www.brightonebikes.co.uk

he just needs a donor bike and can convert it for you but they pop up on ebay all the time i thought you bought that one lol.

I went to, someone beat me to it. Half think it was someone watching this group

 

[soundwave]

he has 2 other 750w mid drive kits on ebay for sale im sure he can build another one if he can get another donor bike like the trek.

Bafang Mid Drive ebike Conversion kit 48v 750w P850C display With Shimano Cranks | eBay

1 set Display p850c. BBS01B 48V 750W Mid Drive Motor . 1T4 Cable 1 pcs Crank . 1 pcs Speed Detecting Sensor + Magnet . 1 pcs + Battery Connect Cable. Hydraulic Brake Sensor.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[soundwave]

Winona - The Horse Exchange

Looking for the perfect home for this amazing filly. She’s very special with an unusual white tail! She’s to make...

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well if you crash it you can make a $hit load of burgers lol

 

[Davetaff]

Winona - The Horse Exchange

Looking for the perfect home for this amazing filly. She’s very special with an unusual white tail! She’s to make...

www.thehorseexchange.co.uk

well if you crash it you can make a $hit load of burgers lol

lol

 

[Davetaff]

What specs should I be looking for in a bike/battery which means it would give good power if derestricted? (Nothing crazy, just enough to go more than jogging pace up a hill). And how do I know if a bike can be derestricted and it is okay to do so (it won't fall apart from the increased forces, or whatever)? Thanks

 

[Woosh]

Power needs to be supported by a good battery, so you will have to accept some compromise here at your budget level. If you only want to cruise at around 20mph then it's very achievable.
The power you need for climbing a hill depends on how much you weigh.
I you weigh 14 stone or under, a lightweight bike like the Woosh Faro (16kgs) would be a good choice. Between 14 and 16 stone, the Camino (23kgs) and over 16 stone, the Gran Camino (24kgs).

 

[wheeliepete]

What specs should I be looking for in a bike/battery which means it would give good power if derestricted? (Nothing crazy, just enough to go more than jogging pace up a hill). And how do I know if a bike can be derestricted and it is okay to do so (it won't fall apart from the increased forces, or whatever)? Thanks

Derestricting the speed limit on a bike will not increase the power you have to climb hills. It's unlikely you will be climbing any decent hill at over 15mph, so it will make no difference. More power comes from increasing voltage/current.

 

[Davetaff]

I'm not really after the opinion of a trades men. That's why I'm on a community forum. (I am on a community forum aren't I...?). Also as I mentioned, half your bikes aren't in stock. What I'm after is an unbiased, experienced person to just send me a link for a good deal which would suit my needs, (for a bike in stock/ available to buy). I'm 6'2 ,13 stone, and want to commute up and over a hill without getting sweaty for 20 mins. Whould like to be able to go about 20 mph up hill (for days when running late). I'll then ride home for exercise after work coz I can shower at home. Budget £1-1.5k. Happy to buy from a dealer but would need to unrestricted the speed. If ebay bafang mid drive is best then happy with that. I just don't know what is a good deal or not. I plead and put my faith in the community. I'm going insane searching. Please help

 

[Davetaff]

Derestricting the speed limit on a bike will not increase the power you have to climb hills. It's unlikely you will be climbing any decent hill at over 15mph, so it will make no difference. More power comes from increasing voltage/current.

Ah, thanks. This is a rabbit hole I'm dying in!! I did have a go on a mid-drive bafang 750W and it flew up the 'hill in question'. Too much if anything.